A Morning Love Story

As most of you know I usually travel with my dear friend/photographer Jana Williams, but unfortunately she wasn’t able to catch her fligh to Paris with me (due to some passport expiration issues). I discovered this news as I was boarding my plane, and instantly became extremely doubtful as I’ve never traveled abroad alone.Once I landed in Paris I was still incredibly doubtful , but nonetheless decided to venture off on my own. I arrived to my cozy little hotel that was tucked away in the most quaint and quiet neighborhood, and immediately felt right at home.

And although Jana finally made it out to Paris 5 days later… there were a few valuable lessons and treasured moments in between. Through my alone time I was truly able to have some “me” time….to reflect, to write, and to meditate. Watching the sunrise, while drinking my black coffee , became a habitual routine in Paris…. all thanks to my jet lag. Theres something so incredbily calming about being awake while the rest of the world is sleeping. Thanks to my experience in Paris i’ve continued to the same back here in L.A. Well…. maybe not posing in lingerie on my french terrace, but starting my mornings in reflection and in meditation.

I am planning a summer trip to Paris alone, and I am nervous yet excited at the same time! Glad Jana was able to join you later, although having some alone time can be great too. Have a great week, Christelle!
xx,
Jewelhttp://www.thestyleoptimist.com

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I will start to upload more youtube videos this week. I took a bit of a hiatus due to fashion month and all the travels, but will start uploading consistently again this week!!! Thanks kitty for your patience!! xoxo Chriselle

I remember that you mentioned that you were looking for a photographer in Paris…..it’s daunting and intimidating especially when it’s a different world, hats off for surviving those 5 days alone but it gave you the opportunity to explore yourself and have that quality time especially during Fashion Week which is so hands on

Thank you Joules. Alone time in Paris is possibly one of the most rewarding and romantic things ever! I highly recommend all the ladies out there to give it a try once in their lifetime! xoxo Chriselle

It looks so calming and nostalgic – love it!
And you are right – it’s so nice to have some time only for ourselves 😉
I love those days when I can just do whatever I want and know anyone will see me.
I can read my fav book, listen to some relaxing music or just sit at my terrace with my cat and think about life.